Low-demand programs at risk amid university budget woes (Desmoinesregistercom-Education)

Ongoing budget woes are again generating fears about the future of low-demand
programs at Iowa’s three public universities, particularly at the University
of Northern Iowa where a high percentage of in-state students are enrolled.

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